The weather was unusually cooler and less humid that your typical July day, and perhaps it had us feeling braver than normal. "Hey, let's load up the van with all the kids' bikes and go to the bike/walking trail for the morning," we said to each other. It seemed like a great idea...and you know what...it actually was!
I got a bit nervous as we passed each quarter mile marker, knowing that we were going to have to turn around and do it all again just to get back to the van. But, miraculously, we made it the entire 1.5 mile path without any serious meltdowns, and they were even better on the 1.5 mile trek back. On the long and steep uphill that is the last quarter mile to the finish line, we all had to work together (i.e., I carried Wren's bike while she pushed Caleb and he pedaled with all his strength). We talked a lot about perseverance and not stopping even when things are difficult. When the going gets tough, the tough get going (there may have been some singing involved). I was proud, and I think they were too. Just look at those happy, sweaty faces!
I'd say they're practically ready for a triathlon!
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